

sabd module
SEM 5

ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN V
(ARC60608)
Preliminary Studies, is a preparatory task that investigates the character of a place (town or city) and architecture for place-making through the ‘Townscape Assessment’. Townscape Appraisal is a method of evaluating the visual and aesthetic qualities of a town or urban area. It is a process that involves assessing the character, identity, and distinctiveness of a town or urban area and identifying its strengths, weaknesses, and potential for improvement.
SUSTAINABLE LIVING
(ARC61704)
This module will equip the learner with the knowledge and skills to participate in this rapidly expanding profession and find their position in a sustainable built environment. The module introduces the broad concept of sustainable living within the urban built environments. Sustainable living (or net zero living) aims to reduce societal environmental impact by making positive changes to the built environment. Some of the related strategies include renewable energy, urban farming, sustainable building models, and repurposing waste


BUILDING SERVICES
(BLD61904)
The management of Taylor’s University is planning to build a high-rise building to cater for the incredibly high number of students. The building would consist of different zones to accommodate different functions including basement parking, lecture theatres and classrooms, and students’ accommodation, complete with the building’s own centralized air-conditioning system, active fire protection system, mechanical ventilation system and mechanical transportation system.